Buddy Diving
We all learn about the Buddy Diving system when we start diving but it is easy with increased experience and confidence to forget the essential basics. The Buddy Diving system is not just for beginners, it is important for the
Bonfire and Blackwater Diving in North Sulawesi
Dive into the Deep, discover, and be amazed! Have you heard of blackwater diving or bonfire diving? Do you know what they are? These are exciting dives that reveal some incredible critters in their larvae stages – many of which are
Taking a Family Holiday to Indonesia
Are you planning your family holiday to Indonesia? With over 17,000 islands it is not easy deciding where to visit and what to see, especially when traveling with children. Bali, for many families, is just too “touristy” with beach clubs,
Ultimate Guide to Squid and Cuttlefish of North Sulawesi
Have you been following our series of “Ultimate Guide” Blogs? In this Ultimate Guide to Squid and Cuttlefish of North Sulawesi we take a look at the phenomenal variety of squid and cuttlefish species that we have here in North
The ultimate guide to Ghost Pipefish
What are we talking about? Pipefish! Did you know that in North Sulawesi we are a “hot spot” for Pipefishes? We have 8 different species of Ghost Pipefish as well as Banded and Stick Pipefish. But is Ghost Pipefish really Pipefish?
Snorkeling North Sulawesi
Why Choose North Sulawesi for Snorkeling? North Sulawesi is located in the heart of the Coral Triangle, which is the most marine bio-diverse area on the planet. Known as the “Amazon of the Seas”, the Coral Triangle boasts over 500 species
Things You Never Knew: 8 Facts about Dugongs
Dugongs feature highly on many divers’ bucket lists and are a marine mammal many of us want to see. We are extremely fortunate to spot them here in North Sulawesi but did you know that they are behind the myths
Another Martini? Avoid Nitrogen Narcosis while Scuba Diving
Have you heard of nitrogen narcosis? Do you know what it is? What are the symptoms? What are the effects? What are contributing factors? How do you avoid it and how do you handle it? What is Nitrogen Narcosis? Also known as